Can Cuttack police seize my drone under Odisha law for flying in restricted area?
TA Asked by Tariq Anwar from India
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Flying a drone in a restricted area of Cuttack can lead to seizure under the Odisha Rent Control Act 1962 which empowers authorities to confiscate unauthorized drones. The Orissa High Court has upheld seizure where the drone posed a security risk to sensitive installations in Cuttack.
The Odisha Rent Control Act 1962 requires prior authorization for flying in red zones designated around Cuttack. Violations can attract fines and prosecution in addition to seizure in Cuttack.
The Orissa High Court has directed Odisha to publish restricted zone maps for public awareness in Cuttack. You can challenge an unreasonable seizure before the Orissa High Court under the Odisha Rent Control Act 1962.
Return of seized drones may be ordered upon compliance and payment of penalty in Cuttack.
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